Best Malco Tools for Contractors: 5 Time-Saving HVAC & Construction Essentials

17th September 2025 • Categories: Trade Pros
In the world of HVAC, construction, roofing, and sheet metal work, efficiency is everything. The right tools not only help you get the job done faster but also ensure consistent, professional results. Malco Tools has been a trusted partner for contractors for over 75 years, providing innovative solutions designed to make tough jobs easier. In this blog, we’re highlighting our Top 5 Time-Saving HVAC & Construction Essentials. 

 

TurboShear

Malco TurboShear®

The TurboShear® transforms your power drill into a powerful cutting tool, enabling you to make fast and precise cuts in sheet metal, siding, and more. This attachment reduces hand fatigue, increases accuracy, and works much faster than traditional snips. It’s a game-changer for contractors who regularly work with metal panels. 

Why it saves time: Cuts through sheet metal in seconds with less effort and no need for multiple tools. 

 

Malco Duct Board Tools

Malco’s duct board tools are engineered for speed and accuracy when fabricating duct systems. With tools designed for v-grooving, slotting, and cutting clean edges, contractors can produce airtight ductwork faster than ever. 

Why it saves time: Consistent, professional cuts mean less rework and quicker duct fabrication. 

 

Malco TurboCrimper® Impact

The TurboCrimper® Impact takes crimping to the next level. Powered by your cordless drill or impact driver, this tool crimps faster and with less strain compared to manual crimpers. It consistently produces factory-quality crimp! 

Why it saves time: Up to 78% faster than hand crimpers, with consistent results that eliminate costly do-overs. 

 

Malco Adjustable Siding Gauge

Installing siding solo? The Adjustable Siding Gauge acts like a second set of hands, holding siding panels in place while you secure them. It reduces measuring time and ensures accurate alignment for a clean, professional finish. 

Why it saves time: Allows one person to install siding more efficiently without constantly readjusting. 

 

Malco’s Power-Assisted Seamer

When working with standing seam metal roofing, speed and consistency are game-changers—and Malco’s Power-Assisted Seamer delivers both. The FSXS and FSXS2 models are the fastest seaming machines on the market, offering effortless operation by simply attaching the tool to a cordless drill. They’re designed to mechanically lock 1″, 1.5″, or 2″ standing seam panels (depending on the model) in single or double mechanical locks, completing seams in a single, efficient pass. 

Why it saves time: Powered by your drill, this tool dramatically speeds up seaming while ensuring consistent results and reducing installer fatigue—perfect for large runs or tight project timelines. 

Time is money, and having the right tools in your arsenal can make all the difference on the job site. Malco’s line of innovative, contractor-grade tools are built to improve efficiency, reduce strain, and deliver professional results every time. Whether you’re cutting, crimping, seaming, installing siding, or fabricating ductwork, these five tools are must-haves for saving time and boosting productivity. 

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